Different styles for a deeper journey:
Hatha • Vinsaya • Yin • Pranayama • Yoga Nidra
Yoga & Wellness Retreat
A moment with yourselfFrom 4 to 6 days retreat
Live a unique and timeless experience in Champasak. La Folie Lodge is a sanctuary for wellness seekers, offering restorative retreats that blend traditional practices with modern serenity. The island invites you to reconnect with your inner self while embracing the rhythms of nature.
Your Retreat
- Accommodation in comfortable wooden bungalows with stunning Mekong view
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions
- Daily meals with vegetarian and vegan options
- Excursion to Vat Phu temple (from 4 days) and Bolaven Plateau (from 5 days)
- Spa treatment and free time to relax by the pool and discover the island
- Cultural, local, and community activities
A Peaceful Haven for Your Yoga Retreat
Nestled in the serene countryside of Southern Laos, La Folie Lodge offers a tranquil escape on a lush, tropical island surrounded by the timeless flow of the Mekong River. This is more than just a retreat—it is a journey to a sacred space where nature, culture, and spirituality converge.
Unwind in our spacious, airy Sala, nestled amidst lush greenery and sheltered by a traditional bamboo and rice straw roof. Immerse yourself in daily Yoga and Meditation sessions. The Yoga Shala is 84 sqm. The beach is also available for yoga, from November till May.
Just a short distance from the Lodge lies Vat Phu, one of the most ancient Shiva temples in Southeast Asia. Perched on the sacred mountain: the Lingaparvata. this spiritual site is imbued with profound energy. The mountain’s lingam-shaped peak, revered as Shiva’s dwelling, rises above the Mekong.
Immersed in this consecrated environment, you and your group will not only find peace and inspiration but also a connection to the timeless traditions of yoga and spirituality. Combine this with the warm embrace of the local community and the untouched beauty of Don Daeng Island, and you have the ideal setting to create a transformative and unforgettable retreat experience.
Daily sample schedule
Note: Your retreat, your way! Feel free to skip any activity or adjust the schedule to suit your preferences. Please keep in mind that this is a sample schedule and may be modified due to seasonality, availability, weather, or other factors.
- Meditation
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast
- Vat Phu visit (ancient Shiva Temple)
- Lunch in Champasak town
- Free time, relax by the pool, massage, or coconut drink – herbal tea
- Yoga
- Dinner
- Evening activity (Yoga philosophy, Yoga Nidra …)
- Meditation
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast
- Vat Phu visit (ancient Shiva Temple)
- Lunch in Champasak town
- Free time, relax by the pool, massage, or coconut drink – herbal tea
- Yoga
- Dinner
- Evening activity (Yoga philosophy, Yoga Nidra …)
- Meditation
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast
- Free time
- Cooking class at the village
- Lunch at the village
- Free time, relax by the pool, massage, or coconut drink – herbal tea
- Yoga
- Dinner
- Evening activity (shadow puppet theater, live music show, or yoga activity)
- Meditation
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast
- Bolaven tour departure
- Lunch in Bolaven Plateau
- Yoga
- Dinner
- Evening activity
- Alm’s giving (traditional offering to the monks)
- Meditation
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast
- Free time, relax by the pool, massage, or coconut drink – herbal tea
- Community activity (visit Monks during lunch offerings)
- Lunch at the lodge
- Free time, relax by the pool, massage, or coconut drink – herbal tea
- Visit monks during prayer and interact
- Closing ceremony (traditional Baci)
- Dinner
- Meditation
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast
- Lunch and departures
- Yoga & meditation sessions
- Accommodation in Mekong view Bungalows
- Full board 3 meals + coconut water daily + unlimited herbal tea
- Activities and excursions
- Airfare
- Airport Transfers: Transfers can be arranged by the Lodge at an additional cost, whether you’re arriving at Paksé International Airport or Ubon Ratchathanee Airport (across the border in Thailand).
- Additional Expenses: Extra food, drinks, massages, and other optional activities.
- Extra Nights: If you’d like to arrive early or stay longer, we’re happy to accommodate depending on availability. Special rates are available for extra nights before or after the retreat.
Elise
Elise’s lifelong journey with yoga is rooted in her family’s traditions, passed down from her grandmother and mother. This enduring practice has been her foundation for physical and mental resilience. Having trained extensively in Asia, France, and La Réunion, Elise brings a wealth of experience to her teaching. She offers an array of styles, including Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, and Yoga Nidra, ensuring a holistic and enriching experience for her students. Elise’s approach combines tradition and modernity, empowering her students to connect deeply with themselves and their practice.
Sermin
With over a decade of yoga practice and two years as a certified instructor, Sermin brings a unique blend of expertise to her classes. As a Sophrology therapist, she integrates techniques that complement her teachings in Hatha, Vinyasa, and Restorative (Yin) yoga. Sermin’s inclusive approach makes yoga accessible to everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Her sessions emphasize respect, connection, compassion, and a playful sense of joy, aiming to inspire her students to embrace the transformative power of yoga and sophrology.
